Tapiz Museum in Mendoza: a unique textile treasure

There are experiences best shared by simply suggesting: "If you can, do it." This recommendation is truly one of a kind on the map of the known.

Located along Route 60 in Maipú, Mendoza province, Club Tapiz, a hotel and restaurant housed in a 1890 mansion—declared a Cultural Heritage site—hosts this treasure. The architectural beauty, century-old vineyards and olive groves, along with the chance to step into an old winery, transport visitors to an incredible universe.

The Tapiz Museum was inaugurated in October 2023, thanks to the initiative of Patricia Ortiz, a doctor and businesswoman who—among other noteworthy achievements—has been the only woman to chair Bodegas de Argentina and has led the family business Fincas Patagónicas since its inception. This business includes Tapiz (Valle de Uco), Zolo (Agrelo), and Wapisa (Viedma) wineries. Marcela Bartolini, Club Tapiz’s Hospitality Manager, enriches the experience with her narration.

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Since 2004, this public space in Mendoza has featured a restaurant surrounded by vines, the old winery housing the Museum, and seven rooms with a pool and a small spa around the central courtyard and gallery with a wine cellar, where wine tastings are held nightly at 8 PM. The spirit of the place is that of a club with a strong wine presence: a charming, historical, family-friendly site.

Pour la Galerie and Tapiz Museum

A large mirrored hall projects a mural over 20 meters long, inspired by classic harvest scenes, by artist Sergio Roggerone. A giant lamp also bears his signature style, as do four sculptures in display cases, born from the wine culture.

One door leads to the olive oil production area where Tapiz brand olive oil is made, while another path takes us to old tanks, offering the first hints of what's to come: the Tapiz Museum, a collection of over 150 tapestries acquired in Central and Minor Asia.

A large gray curtain opens up to reveal a labyrinth, following a series of chambers with French oak barrels adorned with unique tapestries. The Greek myth of the Thread of Ariadne (with a brief explanation provided) serves as a metaphor for the symbolic, geographical, cultural, and temporal journey. Entering this textile voyage is like traveling to unknown lands and exploring ancient stories woven by hand over years.

“The collection includes sacks, rugs, and old tapestries created by women from various nomadic tribes between the Caspian Sea and the Black Sea, belonging to the Persian Empire,” Marcela explains. “These tapestries were part of everyday life for these communities, used for activities like sleeping, eating, or praying. Because of its uniqueness, the Tapiz Museum is one of a kind in Argentina,” she adds.

Arranged vertically, side by side, in a spiraling 300-meter path, the weaves, shapes, and colors create an unforgettable moment. The sizes vary, and in each piece, one can uncover a repeating yet unique tradition. There are blankets, sacks, grain and salt (salaries) bags, abstract designs, and shamanic representations that connect us with humanity's past.

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“The works displayed at Club Tapiz reflect the aesthetic of that emotional and symbolic universe from the great steppes of Central Asia to the Caucasus Mountains,” writes architect Alejandro Wachjman, who played an active role in the creation of the space. As he explains, the textiles on display were made by anonymous women and used for all aspects of life by nomadic peoples who rolled them up and carried them on mules and camels during their journeys.

Tapiz Museum, recognized worldwide

The Tapiz Museum is a legendary stretch of imagery and enigmas, of unknown and mysterious traditions. This fascinating tour through an old winery transformed into a labyrinth is not to be missed. In recent news, the space received the Silver Award at the Best of Mendoza’s Wine Tourism 2025, an event that celebrates the best in wine tourism.

Where: Route 60, Km 2.5, Pedro Molina s/n, M5517 Russell, Maipú, Mendoza.